Clare Connolly
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Nadhi Shodhana Pranayama or Alternate Nostril Breathing is practiced to purify and clear the mind and body. By alternating the breath from one side to the other we bring a sense of equilibrium to the right and left nostrils (as we tend to favour one side over the other) and also to the right and left hemispheres of the brain, balancing out our masculine and feminine energies. Similar to the Anulom Vilom breath that we have practiced in previous videos (see https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e63yRN98rI&t=269s) however, in Nadhi Shodhana we add a hold after the inhalation.... Watch and follow carefully - all will be explained :) This breath - Reduces stress - by taking us into our parasympathetic nervous system. - Infuses the body and mind with oxygen - Supports a strong immune system - Can help with allergies and respiratory issues. Nadi Shodhana should not be practiced while suffering from cold, flu or fever. Enjoy and let me know how you get on in the comments below. Namaste, Clare x Website: https://www.clareconnollyyoga.com/med... Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/clareconnol... https://www.facebook.com/ClareConnoll... If you enjoyed this video also check out my other YouTube Videos : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBWdT... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HkeM...

Here is what you've all been waiting for! AND, also ties in nicely with my mediations on BBC radio London this week. A delicious 20 min yoga practice to release your upper back, neck and shoulders. Please take it at your own pace and consult a doctor if you are unsure if you should practice this. Also please subscribe below, it really helps me to bring you this content. As always let me know how you get on with it - Namaste ! Clare x You may want to tie this practice in with my lower back practice so the whole body feels worked, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo0YZFRfGTg&t=24s Website: https://www.clareconnollyyoga.com/med... Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/clareconnol... https://www.facebook.com/ClareConnoll... If you enjoyed this video also check out my other YouTube videos: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HkeM... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e63y... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBWdT... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m_Ww6...

In this breathing meditation you will learn to master the breath through very simple counts. You may find you can breathe longer than these counts but be disciplined with this count system and if you want to try longer breaths then try some of my other videos listed below. When we are truly connected to the breath, we are fully present. Our body then begins to move into the parasympathetic nervous system and starts to let go of the cortisol and stress hormones it had stored. The body will then flood with the good hormones and endorphins such as oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine. In this state it is impossible to feel anxious or stressed. We also build strength in the respiratory system which helps our immune system to operate more efficiently. Please do SUBSCRIBE it really does help me to bring you more content. And as always please let me know how you get on. If you enjoyed this, try these others below. Namaste Clare x Website: https://www.clareconnollyyoga.com/med... Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/clareconnol... https://www.facebook.com/ClareConnoll... If you enjoyed this video also check out my other YouTube meditations: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5Uv4bZtnTI&t=309s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MB1vc... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m9-bZ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o5Uv4...

One for the weekend and everyday of the week for that matter! You will LOVE this one. It's a favourite in most of my live classes. [People with heart disease and pregnant women should avoid this one.] Kapalabhati Pranayama or Shining Skull Breath. Pretty much does what it says on the tin. It stimulates the brain cells whilst cleaning your brain! An ancient yogic technique, it is also considered to be one of the Kriyas in Hatha yoga, a Kriya being a cleansing or purification technique. Very VERY Powerful. Please do subscribe and hit the like button if you enjoy this video it really does help me with engagement and providing you with more videos. And if you enjoyed this video please check out these similar breathing practices.... Website: https://www.clareconnollyyoga.com/med... Social Media: https://www.instagram.com/clareconnol... https://www.facebook.com/ClareConnoll... If you enjoyed this video also check out my other YouTube Videos : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HBWdT... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_HkeM... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7e63yRN98rI&t=166s